Hyderabad

Cyberabad Municipal Corporation (CMC) on Saturday carried out a large-scale anti-encroachment drive across multiple zones, targeting unauthorised stalls and structures on public footpaths.

The Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls is progressing slowly in Hyderabad, with the distribution of enumeration forms lagging across all 15 Assembly constituencies. GHMC officials cited transportation issues and weekend absenteeism among residents as key reasons for the delay.

Around 200 families in Rahmat Nagar, Yousufguda, say delayed stormwater drain construction by the GHMC has disrupted daily life and affected businesses during the monsoon. Officials attribute the delay to rain and labour shortages, promising completion by the first week of July.

Hyderabad has witnessed a sharp dip in temperatures over the past two days, with minimum levels dropping to 24.2 degrees Celsius at Serilingampally and several areas recording below 25 degrees Celsius. The IMD has forecast cloudy skies with light to moderate rain and issued a yellow warning for heavy rainfall in parts of Telangana on Sunday.

The GHMC is set to launch a pilot medicine waste collection drive in Hyderabad by installing dedicated collection boxes at select medical shops. The initiative aims to promote the safe disposal of expired and unused medicines while protecting public health and the environment.

Hero MotoCorp has launched the all-new Passion Disc, a feature-rich commuter motorcycle with refreshed styling, advanced digital features and a front disc brake. Powered by a 100cc BS-VI engine, the bike is aimed at urban riders seeking performance, fuel efficiency and convenience.

Eight people were injured, one critically, after a lift plunged from the fourth floor to the ground floor in an apartment building at Hanuman Nagar, Meerpet. Police are investigating whether poor maintenance or a technical malfunction caused the accident.

A four-year-old boy died after being struck by a reversing Tata Ace mini truck outside his house in Bholakpur, Musheerabad. The incident triggered a road protest by family members before police intervened, registered a case, and launched an investigation.

The Badruka Educational Society has signed an MoU with Sri Chandrasekharendra Saraswathi Viswa Mahavidyalaya, Kanchi, to jointly offer a certificate programme in Temple Management. The initiative aims to train volunteers for temple administration while paving the way for broader academic collaborations.

Residents of Al Ain Colony in Shaheennagar have been grappling with stagnant drainage water for four months, leading to mosquito breeding, foul smell and health concerns. They say repeated complaints have yielded no lasting solution and have urged GHMC to take immediate action.

Classic Legends celebrated World Motorcycle Day by bringing together more than 2,000 riders from the Jawa, Yezdi and BSA communities across 19 States and 59 cities. The company also launched the Guardian Bell Initiative to promote one of motorcycling's cherished traditions.

The Telangana Health department aims to administer Pulse Polio vaccine drops to more than 40.97 lakh children aged below five years during the National Immunization Day campaign. Over 22,000 booths and hundreds of mobile teams have been deployed across the State.

Released on World MSME Day, Recordent's Indian SME Receivables Report 2026 reveals that delayed payments continue to strain India's MSMEs. The study found that the average SME has Rs 3.83 crore in receivables pending for over 360 days and takes 73 days to settle invoices.

A mega job mela will be held at Kings Palace, Mehdipatnam, on July 1 from 8 am to 1 pm. Companies from sectors including IT, healthcare, pharma, banking and education will conduct spot interviews. Entry is free for SSC-qualified candidates.

IMT Hyderabad concluded Abhyuday 2026 with a panel discussion on industry expectations from management students. Corporate leaders highlighted the importance of continuous learning, responsible use of AI, emotional intelligence, adaptability and strong fundamentals for building successful management careers.

BRS leader T. Harish Rao accused Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy of compromising Telangana's water rights and demanded details of the recent meeting with the Chief Ministers of Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, alleging the State's interests were being ignored in Krishna and Godavari river projects.

Hyderabad's specialty coffee scene is embracing ube, a purple yam native to the Philippines. Known for its distinct vanilla-coconut notes and striking violet color, the ingredient is rivaling matcha across city menus through lattes, desserts, and viral social media posts

The Malkajgiri police arrested two persons in separate cybercrime cases involving a fake job offer and a CBI impersonation scam. The accused allegedly cheated victims of more than Rs 74 lakh and were produced before a court and remanded to judicial custody.

Hyderabad recorded a noticeable drop in daytime temperatures on Saturday as overcast skies prevailed. The IMD has forecast light to moderate rain, thunderstorms and gusty winds in the city, while issuing yellow and orange alerts for several Telangana districts.

A 24-year-old man, identified as Satish Kumar, died by suicide in his hostel room at KPHB Colony, Hyderabad. Police suspect he was distressed over personal issues. The body was shifted for a postmortem examination, and a case has been registered.

While the exact botanical identity of Soma remains disputed, its cultural memory and the beliefs surrounding its powers have endured for centuries in Telangana's historical and tribal traditions

Anvita Khammam Aces defeated EIPL & eleve Karimnagar Diamonds by eight runs in a thrilling Sreenidhi University TG20 League match. Mickil Jaiswal and K. Himateja struck half-centuries before captain CV Milind claimed four wickets to seal a hard-fought victory

Hyderabad Heroes finished atop the HSBC Rugby Premier League standings with a commanding 28-0 win over Kolkata Banga Tigers. Mumbai Dreamers and Delhi Redz also recorded victories, completing the league stage and confirming the semifinal fixtures scheduled for Saturday

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma visited the Integrated Command & Control Centre in Hyderabad and described it as one of the best in the country. He said Meghalaya would seek to replicate aspects of the model.